Support for adults with physical disabilities

A personalised approach to physical disability support

We're here to support every ambition, whether it's new or old, big or small, easy or difficult. For some, living with a physical disability may be a recently acquired condition, and so they may be looking for guidance and coping strategies in everyday life. 

For others who have always lived with their physical disability, they may be seeking encouragement and support to push to achieve a goal that they've wanted to do for years.

 Our teams are here to support these journeys, celebrate every milestone, , and help to set the next one. As our teams will tell you, there's nothing more rewarding than supporting people to pursue their personal goals and dreams. 

What is a physical disability?

A physical disability can affect a person’s mobility, stamina and dexterity. Every physical disability is unique and affects everyone differently, therefore each individual with a physical disability will experience different symptoms.

Physical disabilities can result in someone having reduced ability and make daily tasks more challenging, or even impossible to complete. Individuals with a physical disability may find it difficult to walk, stand, sit, move their limbs or control certain muscles.

Tailored support for physical disabilities

We provide support to people living with all types of physical disability - whether temporary or lifelong, inherited or acquired. We also have extensive experience in caring for individuals with physical disabilities, including:

• Cerebral palsy 
• Spinal cord injuries 
• Amputation 
• Multiple sclerosis 
• Spina bifida 
• Musculoskeletal injuries 
• Muscular dystrophy

Many people living with physical disabilities are also living with other conditions, such as learning disabilities, brain injury, mental health needs,  and additional health requirements. Our skilled teams are trained and experienced in supporting those living with a range of complex needs. 

Bespoke support plans and flexible care

All of the support we provide is completely personal to each individual. The level of support we provide is flexible, from being there for just a few hours a week to 24-7.

Our plans are always bespoke, taking the time to get to know each person and those who are important to them, ensuring we understand the challenges they've already overcome, their needs and wishes for the immediate future, and their longer-term ambitions. 

All of this information helps us tailor our support to ensure people live happy, fulfilling lives and consistently achieve positive outcomes aligned with their personal goals.

Our support plans remain flexible to adapt with a person's changing needs and abilities. We provide friendly encouragement to nurture confidence and independence. Any adaptations and changes to the way we support are carefully discussed through the regular feedback meetings we hold with individuals, those who are important to them and any relevant care professionals. We make sure we listen to everyone's feedback and wishes, and ensure everyone stays up to date and engaged with the progress and successes.

Choosing the right accommodation

Our teams support people both in our supported living settings and within our residential care locations.

Some of the reasons for choosing a move to Lifeways include taking that first step away from the family home, wanting to make a smooth transition back into living at home, or simply looking to make a move towards greater independence. Whatever the reason, we're here to help find the right accommodation that makes each person feel happy, safe and comfortable.

Supported living for people with physical disabilities

We offer a range of different physical disability support services designed to meet individual needs. This might help with maintaining independence or providing encouragement to achieve a particular goal. The level of support we provide is completely flexible - whether it's just a few hours a week or 24-7, we adapt our plan for each person.

One of our support options is supported living for adults with physical disabilities, where our team helps people to live safely and comfortably in their own homes. In this setting, we work closely with housing associations, private landlords and local agencies to offer community-based support, which could include a flat scheme or shared property.

Flexible supported living locations

There’s plenty of choice and flexibility within our locations too. Our supported living apartments provide stylish, purpose-built surroundings that ensure people with physical disabilities can live independently in their own homes.

Read our guide to supported living for people with physical disabilities to find out more.

Residential care for physical disabilities

Our residential care locations are warm and welcoming places for people requiring more specialist 24-7 support to live safely and comfortably. We also have a wide selection of supported living houses, bungalows and apartments designed to support people with physical disabilities to take more control over their everyday lives. Features include:

• Wide door openings 
• Accessible kitchen areas 
• Adapted wet rooms to increase independent living.
• Assistive technology thatprovides additional support, including voice-activated controls, epilepsy and enuresis sensors, temperature-sensing systems and video-entry systems.

Most of our properties are located in the heart of local communities, with most having excellent transport links, providing the perfect setting to enjoy exploring new places, meeting up with family and friends and getting involved in new hobbies and interests.

Choosing between residential care and supported living

If you are not sure if supported living or residential care is the best option for your loved one, then read our blog on the differences between supported living and residential care. Alternatively, if you would like more information or have any questions about the physical disability support we provide, please get in touch with our friendly team.

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